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is for... Xenopsylla Cheopis
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Xenopsylla cheopis is the scientific name for the Oriental Rat Flea, Also known as the Common Flea, and is found worldwide. The adults suck blood from rodents, humans, and other mammals, While the larvae scavenges for organic matter among litter. These insects became popular because of several infamous plagues, Especially the bubonic plague, known as the Black Death. |
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Last updated: Aug. 31, 2000